
McKenna Kelly
WIRED's DC-based reporter who attended the Polymarket pop-up and provided an on-the-ground scene report describing the event's execution and attendee experience.
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Apr 2, 2026 • 28min
Iran Targets U.S. Tech; Polymarket’s Bar Flop; Trump's Plans for Midterms
McKenna Kelly, WIRED’s DC reporter who attended the Polymarket pop-up, gives a rain-soaked, on-the-ground scene report. She describes late openings, flubbed tech, sparse food, and the mix of crypto, press, and political types. The conversation also covers Iran’s threats to U.S. tech firms and the Trump administration’s moves to reshape midterm voting rules.

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Dec 2, 2025 • 1h 5min
Elon, Zohran & The New Politics of Influence
McKenna Kelly, a Senior Writer at Wired, dives into the fascinating intersection of politics, internet culture, and technology. She discusses how Elon Musk's influence reshaped political narratives and the shift from traditional press to influencer-driven coverage. McKenna highlights how online fandoms can energize campaigns, citing Zohran Mamdani's grassroots success. With creators now seen as credible sources, she explores the challenges reporters face in maintaining objectivity while navigating these new dynamics. It's a reflection on the evolving landscape of political media.


